The Wacker Neuson Ltn Axle is a genuine OEM component designed for the LTN6C, LTN6L, LTN6K, and LTN8K series light towers. As a direct factory replacement, this axle is sourced and produced to Wacker Neuson's original specifications, ensuring it fits and functions exactly as the original part. Fitment spans a wide range of LTN6 and LTN8 light tower configurations, including Tier 4 Final, cold weather, racked, and custom variants. Keeping the axle in good condition is essential to maintaining stable, safe tow-and-position performance on the jobsite.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Structural Integrity — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original load and dimensional specifications, ensuring the axle handles the static and dynamic stresses of a fully masted light tower.
- Direct Swap Replacement — Matches the original mounting points and hardware interfaces on LTN6 and LTN8 series towers, so installation follows the same procedure as the factory-fitted component.
- Broad LTN Series Compatibility — Verified fitment across LTN6C, LTN6L, LTN6K, LTN6LE, LTN8K, and multiple sub-variants including 50 Hz, 60 Hz, cold weather, and Tier 4 Final configurations.
- Maintains Towability and Positioning — A sound axle keeps the light tower tracking correctly during transport and sitting level on site; a worn or cracked axle can compromise wheel alignment and safe repositioning.
- Transport Safety — The axle is a primary load-bearing element during towing; using a correctly rated OEM replacement supports safe road transport and compliance with tow equipment requirements.
The axle on a tow-behind light tower is the structural member that carries the wheel assemblies and supports the full weight of the unit during transport and on-site positioning. It must withstand road vibration, uneven terrain, and the concentrated load of a ballasted tower frame. When an axle becomes bent, cracked, or worn at the hub interfaces, it can cause irregular tire wear, instability during towing, and difficulty leveling the tower — all of which affect both safety and operational effectiveness. Replacing a damaged axle with a genuine OEM part restores the tower's designed transport geometry and ensures the wheel hardware seats correctly.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000178933 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0178933 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Ltn Axle |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| LTN6C, CATERPILLAR | LTN6C | 5000620118, 5000620551, 5000620728, 5000620555, 5200004091, 5200022157 |
| LTN6C-P LIGHT TOWER,60 HZ | LTN6C-P | 5000620298 |
| LTN6L, KOHLER (LOMBARDINI) | LTN6L | 5000620117, 5000620121, 5000620727, 5000620550, 5000620552, 5000620553, 5200004090, 5200004768, 5200012438, 5200022990, 5200017094, 5200017095, 5200022155 |
| LTN6L-P LIGHT TOWER,60 HZ | LTN6L-P | 5000620297 |
| LTN6K Light Tower | LTN6K | 5000620734, 5200022156, 5200022147 |
| LTN8K, KUBOTA | LTN8K | 5000620893, 5000620939 |
| LTN6L 50 Hz Non CE. Custom | LTC6L | 5000620559 |
| LTN6K LIGHT TOWER, CUSTOM, Tier 4F | LTN6K-LT | 5000620938, 5200004092, 5200004769 |
| LTN8K LIGHT TOWER, COLD WEATHER, Tier 4F | LTN8K-LT | 5200004093 |
| LTN6L 50 Hz CE- RACKED | LTN6LE | 5200019142, 5200019143 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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